Walkabout Temporary Decking System from Safety Net Services

WalkAbout comprises a durable mesh membrane supported by a tensioned webbing matrix. The platform is reassuringly stable and capable of achieving a surprising loading performance. This is a versatile, proven design with all the technical data that you would expect from such an innovative system.

Tensioning is set to pre determined levels using webbing ratchets incorporating the patented “TFI” (Tension Force Indicator) this unique device that is integral to the ratchet assembly quickly and reliably shows the pre-tensioning forces applied at the ratchet and at the adjustable end: in steps of 250, 500 and max 750 daN.

WalkAbout has many unique features, from the membrane to the ratchet straps, from the concept to the quality of data provided.

WalkAbout is a proven system and Safety Net Services offers a complete package.

A site survey or a review of design drawings to determine suitability.
A comprehensive design report which addresses loadings on the structure.
A report that details loading scenarios when the platform is in use.
Installation by a fully trained rigging team.
Placement / verification of all anchor points
Ongoing supervision if required.

With WalkAbout we have taken the approach of assessing the whole problem, the question we asked was: How do we provide a lightweight platform that lowers the overall risk to everyone involved?

It is common for solutions providing safe working conditions to the end user to do so by accepting increased risks for the installer. The concept of assessing the combined risks may question some traditional approaches, but it offers opportunities for well planned and designed solutions such as WalkAbout.

With a thorough understanding of the system through training and experience, riggers holding IRATA Rope Access qualifications working to a detailed plan will carry out the installation and removal in a methodical manner.

WalkAbout offers a collective work at height solution' only surpassed in terms of safety by avoidance and once in place it will provide workers with a similar working environment to that if they were working at ground level with no fall hazards.

A worker protected from a fall hazard who still feels a sense of exposure is unlikely to operate in as relaxed a manner as they would at ground level.

WalkAbout succeeds in adding that important sense of security to a technical solution, providing the worker and installer with improved safety and environment.

WalkAbout not only provides a very stable working surface, but due to the use of a mesh membrane the effect of wind and water is very low plus the workers sense of exposure to height is significantly reduced. The image illustrates how well the workers are able to focus on the work task whilst operating in a remote location.

Download the WalkAbout Technical Specifications (PDF file)

Download the WalkAbout TFI Technical Specifications (PDF file)

Download the WalkAbout TFI Instructions (PDF file)

Download the Safety Net Services WalkAbout Brochure (PDF file)